Pear Gin Sour
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A Festive Duo
The mushrooms bring rich, earthy flavors, while the cocktail’s vibrant pear and sage notes make every sip feel like a winter wonderland. Together, they’re the perfect way to toast the season with style and taste.
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The holidays are the perfect time to savor the season with thoughtful food and drink pairings that delight the senses. Enter the pairing of stuffed mushrooms with a Pear Gin Sour: a match made for winter entertaining. The warm, savory mushrooms are a crowd-pleasing appetizer, while the bright, herbaceous cocktail highlights the festive flavors of pear and sage. It’s an elegant duo that’s as much a joy to prepare as it is to enjoy.
What makes the Pear Gin Sour so special? It’s a seasonal twist on a classic sour, featuring ripe pear, smooth gin, and a touch of maple syrup for depth. The sage adds a subtle herbal note, and the egg white creates a velvety texture that feels indulgent with every sip. Paired with the earthy richness of stuffed mushrooms, it’s a combination that’s bound to impress.
Whether you’re hosting an intimate dinner or a festive gathering, this pairing promises to bring warmth, flavor, and a touch of sophistication to your holiday table. Let’s shake things up and get started!
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Ingredients
- 1 oz pear puree or if not ripe pear chopped
- 3/4 oz pear liqueur try @belledebrillet
- 3/4 oz lemon juice
- 1 egg white
- 1/2 oz maple syrup
- 2 sage leaves plus one to garnish
- 2 oz gin @fourpillarsgin is great!
Instructions
- To a shaker add all ingredients
- First reverse dry shake to combine all ingredients, aka shake with ice first.
- Then strain liquids into one side of the tin and toss what’s in the other tin to empty.
- Dry shake!
- Double strain into a coupe.
- Garnish with a dried pear & pair with stuffed mushrooms!
Xoxo, cheers!
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